Dating in the modern age can be tough. To many women, men seem like an alien species.

But they don't have to be. Hear a man's perspective on modern romance, and rescue your love life from a slew of unsuitable suitors and their controlling, using, or ignoring ways.

In this illuminating guide to dating and relationships, author Henry Broadnax will teach you how to:

• Identify which type of man your potential partner may be
• Understand why men do the things they do
• Open your eyes to toxic relationship patterns
• Make sure your partner respects you and respects others
• Determine whether or not you've found "Mr. Right"
• Know when a man truly loves you
• Practice good communication skills
• Recognize the connection between your relationships and your self-esteem
• Keep the romance alive in married life
• Spice up your sex life
• Prevent your partner from cheating
• Build a healthy and lasting relationship
• Write your own love story!

Short, fictional vignettes show you how men talk when you're not around and how they really perceive a woman's advances. Real men know how to treat a woman, and they're out there waiting for you. You just have to know how to find them!